Ben Vereen Quotes

Live stage is being made as you go along. You feel the energy. There's nothing like a live audience.

The stage sharpened my creative instrument and encouraged me to go deeper and try new things.

Ive been blessed to be in a position to share (my experiences).

The theater was my first training ground. It taught me discipline, dedication and appreciation of hard work.

Everyone I've worked with has been good. You learn from the good, what's good, and you learn from the bad what not to do.

I didn't know who Langston Hughes was till he met me backstage.

When people come and see my show, I try to infuse into them that they can walk away feeling like their lives are a victory.

So be encouraged and dedicate yourself to your dream and if your dream should come my way one day then we will dance upon the boards of life.

I go to my grandchildren. They keep their grandpa informed on what's going on.

I used to dance, but now I only move.

I coach young people. I have a group called BTP - Broadway Theatre Project.

I love sharing my story. It's endlessly healing.

I want to show people what the possibilities are if you take care of yourself and do the right thing.

As I laid in the hospital bed I started thinking that I had a show to do. I was hoping the Doctor would put me together so I could do the show.

At the end of the day, give up your worries and give thanks for the journey.

The death of my daughter is a subject I talk about briefly because there is nothing more tragic.